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U.S. Rep. Monica De La Cruz (R-McAllen)
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Recent News About U.S. Rep. Monica De La Cruz (R-McAllen)
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Roy Rodriguez named chairman by Congresswoman De La Cruz
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) this week held her second official meeting of the South Texas Water Working Group, where she announced the appointment of Roy Rodriguez as its chairman. Rodriguez has extensive experience in public administration and water management across Texas.
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De La Cruz introduces bill to strengthen whistleblower protections
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) has introduced H.R. 9721, known as the Ensuring Access to Whistleblower Protections Act. This legislation aims to close gaps in whistleblower protections for employees of HUD contractors. The bill mandates that contracts pre-dating 2013, which currently lack key whistleblower protections, will be updated to include Section 4712 anti-retaliation provisions when they undergo modifications.
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Rep. De La Cruz applauds House passage of SPEAK Act
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) celebrated the House passage Tuesday (September 17th) of the Supporting Patient Education and Knowledge (SPEAK) Act, a bipartisan bill she co-sponsored alongside Congresswoman Michelle Steel (CA-45).
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Biden signs bipartisan bill targeting financing of illegal synthetic drugs
President Joe Biden signed into law H.R. 1076, the Preventing the Financing of Illegal Synthetic Drugs Act, on Friday, September 13th. The legislation is a bipartisan bill introduced by Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) and passed by both the House and Senate. This landmark legislation aims to combat the financing of illegal synthetic drugs, particularly fentanyl, which has ravaged communities across the United States. It is the first bill signed into law from a Member of Congress representing Texas’ 15th Congressional District in nearly two decades.
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De La Cruz introduces bill to ensure border patrol pay during government shutdown
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) introduced the "Pay Our Border Patrol and Customs Agents Act of 2025" in the U.S. House of Representatives on September 12, 2024. The legislation aims to ensure that U.S. Border Patrol agents and officers from the Office of Field Operations continue to receive their pay during any potential government shutdown in fiscal year 2025.
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Policy change increases housing opportunities for disabled veterans
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently updated the definition of annual income for veterans seeking services through the HUD-Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) program. The update now excludes service-connected disability benefits from income eligibility calculations. Previously, VA disability benefits could cause a veteran to exceed the income threshold for assistance under the HUD-VASH program, negatively impacting disabled veterans who need support.
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Congresswoman De La Cruz hosts inaugural South Texas Water Working Group meeting
The first South Texas Water Working Group meeting occurred Thursday, August 15. Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz hosted the meeting, which featured community, government, and farming industry representatives from across the 15th District of Texas.
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Congresswoman announces new group to tackle South Texas water issues
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) has announced the formation of the South Texas Water Working Group, a collaborative initiative aimed at addressing water challenges in South Texas communities. This effort reflects Congresswoman De La Cruz's commitment to working with local leaders to develop and implement long-term solutions for water sustainability and security in the region.
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Congresswoman De La Cruz hosts town hall with VA Secretary McDonough
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) today expressed her gratitude to Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough for participating in a productive and insightful Zoom Town Hall focused on veterans' issues. The event, held on July 31, 2024, provided veterans in Texas's 15th Congressional District with valuable information and addressed their concerns directly.
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House passes appropriations bill with $2.4 million for South Texas
The House passed the Interior Appropriations bill on Wednesday, July 24, including more than $2.4 million in funding for projects across South Texas.
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Senate passes bill targeting illegal synthetic drug financing
The Senate has passed H.R. 1076, the Preventing the Financing of Illegal Synthetic Drugs Act, a bipartisan bill introduced by Rep. Monica De La Cruz (R-Texas) in February 2023. The legislation aims to prevent the financing of illegal synthetic drugs. With its passage in both the House and the Senate, it now awaits the President’s signature to become law.
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House passes De La Cruz's HUD Transparency Act
Today, the House of Representatives passed the HUD Transparency Act (H.R. 7280), authored by Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15). The bipartisan legislation mandates annual testimony from the Inspector General of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) before Congress, marking a significant step toward enhancing oversight and efficiency within the department.
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De La Cruz supports bill requiring proof of U.S. citizenship for federal voting
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) issued a statement after voting for the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, which prohibits states from registering an individual to vote in a federal election unless the individual provides documentary proof of U.S. citizenship.
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De La Cruz requests meeting with Sheinbaum on water deliveries owed under treaty
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) wrote to Mexican President-Elect Claudia Sheinbaum on Monday, July 8th, requesting a meeting to address water deliveries owed to the United States under the 1944 Water Treaty. As of June 29th, the Mexican government owes the United States 896,567 acre-feet of water.
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Texas lawmakers advocate for new long-haul flight slot from DCA to SAT
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) has joined Senators John Cornyn, Ted Cruz, and other Texas Members of Congress in urging the Department of Transportation to allocate a new long-haul flight slot from Washington’s Reagan Airport to San Antonio International Airport.
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House passes FY25 appropriations bill affecting U.S.-Mexico water treaty compliance
Legislation that includes language to withhold U.S. funding to Mexico until it meets its legally obligated water payments to the U.S. passed the House on Friday, underscoring the urgent need for action. The legislation passed a day after Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) led a letter to the Secretary of Agriculture urging faster relief payments to sugar growers who lost their livelihoods due to Mexico’s lack of water deliveries.
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5 million grant announced for Edinburg road project
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz announced on Monday a more than $5 million Department of Transportation grant for the Chapin Street Corridor Planning Project in Edinburg. This project will fund the preliminary engineering for the redesign of approximately 3.8 miles of Chapin Street from Trooper Moises Sanchez Boulevard (SH 336) to I-69C.
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De La Cruz secures language in bill withholding funds from Mexico over water treaty
Language that withholds funds from Mexico for failing to comply with the 1944 Water Treaty passed a legislative hurdle on Tuesday, June 4.
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Congresswoman De La Cruz criticizes Biden's executive order on immigration
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15), who represents a congressional district along the border with Mexico, issued a statement in response to President Biden's executive order addressing the border crisis.
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Disabled Veterans Housing Support Act passes House committee
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) has announced the successful passage of the Disabled Veterans Housing Support Act through the House Financial Services Committee. This bipartisan legislation is designed to address the inconsistent treatment of disabled veterans seeking housing assistance, aiming to ensure they receive the necessary support without encountering bureaucratic obstacles and red tape.